This week, Pastor David teaches on one of the most important questions believers ask: How do I hear God’s voice? God isn’t silent - He speaks to His children through the Holy Spirit, His Word, and the everyday moments of life. But distractions, unaddressed sin, and the noise of the world can make it difficult to discern His voice. In this message, we learn how to position our hearts to hear from God clearly and walk in the guidance He wants to give us.

1. “God Wants to Speak to His Children” (John 16:13–15)

* The Holy Spirit is God’s presence living inside every believer.

* He guides us into truth and reveals what comes from Christ.

* Hearing God is part of a normal relationship with Him.

2. “Use the Gift of the Holy Spirit” (Romans 8:11)

* The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead lives in you.

* Many believers leave this gift unopened and unused.

* The Holy Spirit empowers us, guides us, and helps us hear God.

3. “Check for Kinks in the Hose” (Ephesians 4:30–32)

* Bitterness, anger, resentment, and unforgiveness can grieve the Holy Spirit.

* These attitudes restrict the flow of God’s voice and power in our lives.

* When we release these things, the Spirit flows freely again.

4. “Be Doers of the Word” (James 1:19–22)

* Hearing God requires a heart that is willing to obey.

* If we ignore what God has already said, our hearts grow hardened.

* Obedience keeps our hearts soft and receptive to His voice.

5. “Remove the Distractions” (Luke 5:15–16)

* Even Jesus withdrew regularly to spend time with the Father.

* Busyness and noise can drown out the gentle whisper of God.

* Time alone with God positions us to hear Him clearly.

6. “Listen for the Yellow Bus Moments”

* God often speaks in everyday situations we overlook.

* When we slow down and pay attention, we begin to recognize His voice.

* The more we respond to His leading, the clearer His voice becomes.

Episode: Can Christians Struggle With Mental Health?

This episode discusses mental health and suicide. If you are in crisis or need immediate support, please contact 988 (U.S.) or seek help from a licensed mental health professional in your area.

In this episode of What Do You Wanna Know?, Pastor David Martin and Venus Griffith dive into one of the most important - and often misunderstood - topics in the church today: mental health.

Is struggling with anxiety a sign of weak faith?
Can a Christian experience depression and still deeply love Jesus?
Where do prayer, therapy, medication, and spiritual warfare all fit into the conversation?

From personal stories of OCD, ADHD, and real-life ministry experiences to navigating suicide, grief, and the stigma often attached to mental health in Christian circles, this conversation is honest, compassionate, and grounded in truth.

This episode reminds us that mental health struggles do not disqualify you from faith - and faith does not eliminate the need for support. Sometimes the most spiritual thing you can do is ask for help.

If you’ve ever felt ashamed of your struggle or confused about how mental health fits into your walk with Jesus, this conversation is for you.

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This week, the In the Beginning series continues as we step into Genesis 3 and the moment sin first entered the world. Through the story of the serpent tempting Adam and Eve, we see how Satan uses the same tactics today: questioning God’s Word, twisting the truth, and promising things that ultimately fall short. This message challenges students to understand how sin damages our relationship with God, how blame and shame entered the human story, and why God still calls out to us even when we try to hide.